Culture
As we witness the horror of genocide unfolding in Gaza, it becomes ever more urgent to honour and preserve Palestinian cultural memory, heritage and creativity – all of which are under threat.
Community — real community — isn’t just about people sharing a space. It’s about shared values, mutual support, and a sense of belonging. It’s where people feel seen, heard, and empowered to act — not alone, but together.
As Saudi Arabia continues to evolve, its cultural identity is being celebrated like never before. Whether you’re an adventurous solo traveller, a history buff, or a family looking for a meaningful experience, these heritage destinations provide a more intimate look into the Kingdom’s soul.
From the mirror-clad landscapes of AlUla to the cool cave chambers of Hofuf and the buzzing markets of Buraidah, Saudi Arabia offers something truly unexpected. These experiences go far beyond luxury hotels and city skylines—they invite you to connect with the land, its people, and its ancient rhythms.
From fashion runways to poetry stages, Yemeni creatives in the diaspora are using art as a tool for cultural preservation, political expression, and activism
We’re so excited to team up with NaTakallam, an organisation redefining language learning by connecting learners directly with displaced native speakers for conversation-based lessons steeped in real culture.
At only fourteen years old, Saudi podcaster and speaker Rateel Alshehri is a powerful role model for Gen Alphas all across the Middle East and beyond. She launched her hugely successful podcast, Rateel Alpha Talk, when she was only 12 years old. Her trademark curiosity and approachable presenting style quickly propelled the podcast and Rateel herself into the spotlight, and her burgeoning career has gone from strength to strength ever since.
Award-winning cookery writer, chef, recipe developer and presenter Dina Macki joins us on the Grapevine this week with a stellar collection of recommendations.
Born and raised in the UK in an Omani and Zanzibari family, Dina’s love for food is exceeded only by her drive to share the culture and hospitality of Oman and Zanzibar with the world. Choosing food as her medium to break down the barriers surrounding the Middle East and to cast a light on the immense cultural and culinary diversity of the region, Dina tirelessly works to bring the tastes of her heritage to the world.
This month, we’re excited to be joined by Yemeni photographer, writer, educator, and storyteller Thana Faroq. Thana left her home in Sana’a, Yemen as a refugee in 2016, and now lives and works in the Netherlands. As well as working as an award-winning photographer and writer, she is currently lecturing at the Royal Academy of Art in The Hague.
After many dark years filled with a succession of conflicts and occupations, the Bytna Foundation for Heritage and Culture is a small renaissance of the heart of Mosul and Iraq. Mosul means “the linking point” in Arabic, and thanks to Bytna’s work, the city can once again live up to its name. Bytna is much more than just a foundation; as well as their museum, Bytna is home to a cafe, a craft shop, a book collection, an art gallery, and more.